2006 Nissan Patrol vs. 1992 Seat Marbella
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Seat Marbella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Seat Marbella would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1992 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1992 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1595 kg more than 1992 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Seat Marbella. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Nissan Patrol (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Seat Marbella. (61 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Patrol | 1992 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Patrol | Marbella |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2170 mm |
